Enjoy south Florida beaches, boating and fishing on the Gulf only 10 minutes away! Then relax at this peaceful getaway on the canal. This cozy home sits in a friendly neighborhood next to a forest preserve with hiking, biking, swimming, pickleball/tennis, disc golf, etc. nearby. Many amenities included like fully stocked kitchen, wi-fi, TV, Roku, car port, washer & dryer, and nice deck.  Kayak launch is on the dock in your backyard. Only 10 min. from Boca Grande island and 20 min. from Venice Beach. From the inside, views of the canal and forest preserve are spectacular! You may even see a tortoise or white heron in your front yard. Relax in a beautiful king size bed with a view of the canal and plenty of storage for clothes. Nice size living room and kitchen with a breakfast bar. The second bedroom is huge with a bunk bed and pull-out trundle, plus a day bed with trundle. Plenty of sleeping space! There's also a private sitting area with a love seat that converts to a double bed. Separate laundry area has washer and dryer. Large car port can store up to 2 cars, and 2 bikes are included to enjoy the many trails right outside your door. Kayaks are also available at no charge! There is a large dock available! It has a kayak launch ladder for easy kayaking. Guests are allowed to tie off their personal or recreational vessels under 20' in length to the dock with their own ropes. The boat lift is not allowed for guest use.

I look forward to hosting you as you enjoy our home in Paradise! If you have any questions, you can always send me a message in the app or on the website. Or, after you receive your check-in instructions, I'll include my cell phone number and you can call or text using that as well. Kathy :-)

Quaint, safe neighborhood with very friendly neighbors - all have access to the canal in their backyard, and the county park / forest preserve across the street. It has miles of hiking/biking trails, disc golf, and a 10 minute walk to a public pool, pickleball/tennis courts, playground, picnic areas, and even a skate park! A 10-minute drive or boat ride brings you to many restaurants, beaches & shopping including large grocery stores (Publix or Walmart), gas stations, and many other conveniences. Canal in the backyard is only a 10 minute boat ride from Manasota Island and the Gulf of America. Also great for kayaking and fishing! Englewood is a non-commercialized beach town with many cute restaurants right on the inter coastal waterways leading right to the Gulf of America. This is a popular fishing destination as well, known for Tarpon and other big game fish. Many manatees and dolphins in the area too! There are several islands to drive to with bridges including Boca Grande Island and Manasota Island right off Lemon Bay. There's lots to do and explore, but without all the traffic, people and prices like a touristy town. Be sure to check out the great shopping and restaurants in the Dearborn Street area! Manasota Island, Englewood Public Beach and Stump Pass State Park are a 15 min. boat ride or 10 min. drive by car. And only a 15 min. drive to Boca Grande Island. You can kayak right to Lemon Bay and the Gulf from the canal, or go to the Island or Beach, or the State Park. There are many other beaches and islands to see including Venice beach, 20 min. away, Sarasota & the famous Siesta Beach 40 min. away and Fort Myers Beach 60 min. away. The Sarasota Bradenton International Airport is only 40 min. away, and the Punta Gorda Airport is only 35 min. away.